Senior Catering Manager - Sonoma Raceway

Compass Group•Sonoma, CA

1d•$70,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sonoma Raceway is seeking a motivated and results-driven Senior Catering Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for the leadership, planning, and execution of front-of-the house catering and Premium hospitality. This position leads catered hospitality programs throughout the property and suite service as applicable, translating event requirements into successful operations through planning, staffing, inventory and product management, setup, service execution, breakdown, and follow-up. As a senior operational leader within a lean management structure, the Senior Catering Manager is expected to independently lead assigned events, develop the Premium/Catering team, and maintain high service and presentation standards.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in foodservice, catering, hospitality, or premium operations preferred
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

Maintain primarily operational ownership, including event planning, readiness, staffing, setup, service execution, breakdown, and ongoing organization
Lead front-of-house execution of catered hospitality events throughout Sonoma Raceway and oversee suite operations when activated
Review BEO's, event timelines, guarantees, and other event information to develop operational plans, including staffing, equipment, smallwares, linen, beverage, product, rental, and service needs; coordinate and order necessary rentals
Lead event setup, walkthroughs, service, troubleshooting, breakdown, reset, and post-event follow-up, ensuring spaces remain organized, properly supplied, guest-ready, and consistent with service and presentation standards
Develop staffing plans; schedule and deploy supervisors and hourly event staff; and lead pre-shift communication to ensure clear assignments, timelines, and service expectations
Collaborate with culinary, operations, and events teams to ensure successful execution of events
Meet and exceed monthly and annual revenue goals
Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to promote the property